a little trip to italy

8.09.2010

From the pictures I've seen, and from my mom who has been to Italy several times, this looks pretty darn close to the real thing.

This is a museum in our city. It was originally a mansion belonging to one of the oil tycoons. Now, after being remodeled, it's one of the finest art/history museums in our area.

We went to see an exhibition on Ancient Egypt, but I have no photos to prove we visited it, as no photography was allowed. Actually, that isn't quite true. Yes, no photography allowed, but I do have one picture of an ancient childrens' board game (I'm a rebel. Heh.). But I didn't really want to post something that was "illegal".

I digress.

When we were finished admiring artifacts that were several thousand years old, we headed outside to the gardens - some of the most beautiful around. In these gardens, everything is exquisitely landscaped, immaculately groomed to absolute perfection. They're magnificent.

But not only are they gorgeous, the gardens are also a photographer's dream. They're just what I needed when I was feeling down about my photos. A different setting, new things to capture...I suppose one of the reasons I felt so inadequate regarding my photography a few days ago was simply because I was bored with the settings I had. I know that seems a bit silly, but I really believe it's true.

And for those who thought I was giving up photography - I could never, ever give up something so dear to me. Something so therapeutic, something so beautiful. I'm happy to say I'm "back in the saddle" for now...and I hope to never get out of it for a long, long time.

-carlotta

PS The giveaway I spoke about a few days ago is still happening...I just have a few loose ends to tie up.

A friend of mine was wandering through my blog and clicked onto yours from one of the Happiness Wednesday links. She was floored by your photos and talent. I thought I would share, since she was right.

Hey This Kaylin from RUNNING THE OPPOSITE WAY blogspot. You left a comment on one of my posts. I thought that was really cool because not many people come to my blog. Anyways thanks for the encouragement!!!!!!

I know how unoriginal this is going to sound, but I'm in love with these photos; I can relate to the lack of inspiration or incentive when you get sick of the same surroundings or things feel a tad too humdrum. And how strange that you can't take pictures! Following:)